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Community Services - Damiano Center

Information, resources, and referral office to help people through difficult times. Staff provide an immediate assessment of emergency needs and offer resources to help deal with homelessness, chemical dependency, domestic abuse, unemployment, gambling addictions, mental health problems, and help with public assistance. - Free telephone line, mailboxes for people who are homeless, hygiene items, and household goods - 7 bus passes for general public daily; usually gone by 9:10 am. Can be accessed twice per month and an intake form must be filled out. Provides gas vouchers and bus passes for work-related transportation: - For gas vouchers: MUST have valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and proof of employment. Can only be accessed once per year. - For bus pass: MUST have ID and proof of employment. Value of bus pass is $25 and can only be accessed once per year. Safe Bay is located in the parking lot and offers individuals and families living in cars and vans a place to rest without fear of crime, harassment, or being moved along by law enforcement or private security guards. Individuals and families can access showers, breakfast and housing navigation services provided by Daminao Center.

Last assured

02/23/2023

Physical Address

206 West 4th Street, Duluth, MN 55806

Hours

9 am - 3 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday

Fax

(218)722-0375

Application process

Call or walk in; call ahead for gas vouchers, bus passes, and notary services

Fee

No fee

Required documents

- Gas vouchers: a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and proof of employment - Bus passes: ID and proof of employment

Eligibility

Primarily serves residents of Duluth, Hermantown, and Proctor in need of assistance

Service area

Duluth, MN Duluth, MN Hermantown, MN Proctor, MN

Agency info

Damiano Center

Multi - purpose community center serving low-income people

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